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By the Way: Inspired by Headstones

By Medicine Hat News on September 22nd, 2018

Some months ago, I attended a Headstones concert at the Esplanade. For the record, Headstones are a punk-influenced alt-rock band who formed back in the 80s. I was glad to see they were still rocking after thirty years. One of my favourite Headstones songs is “Smile and Wave” and I hoped they’d perform it that ... Read More »

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Heritage in the Hat: Rock of ages

By Medicine Hat News on September 22nd, 2018

The congregation of St. John’s Presbyterian Church is preparing to celebrate 135 years of existence, even as it mourns the loss of long time members, Bob Porter and Cliff Wright. The sandstone and brick building at the corner of Main (Second) Street and Fifth Avenue was the first of the second generation of city centre ... Read More »

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Legal Briefs: Employment claims are good cases for Summary Resolution

By Medicine Hat News on September 22nd, 2018

Employee dismissals are rife with conflict and since 2014 the economics of litigating wrongful dismissal claims had improved dramatically. This is in part because quality employees have been unable to quickly find alternative work in a depressed economy and in part because more Albertans are relying on streamlined resolution processes I call Summary Resolutions. “Summary ... Read More »

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Medicine Hat Coin & Stamp Club hosting fall show today

By Medicine Hat News on September 22nd, 2018

Medicine Hat News Members of the Medicine Hat Coin & Stamp Club have more than a few things to show you. The club’s annual fall show goes today from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Higdon Hall on the Stampede grounds. Circulation coins, mint products, foreign currency and more will be there for the coin lovers, while ... Read More »

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Mental Health Matters: How to save money by thrift store shopping

By Medicine Hat News on September 22nd, 2018

For some people shopping in a thrift store is simply a way to stretch the budget. If a family lives on a fixed income, it is an inexpensive way to shop. Items are much cheaper second-hand and you do not have to sacrifice quality or pride. Browse the thrift store at a time when it ... Read More »

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Insurance Understood: Don’t miss the boat

By Medicine Hat News on September 22nd, 2018

Have you ever taken a ferry? They generally have a set schedule of departure and return times. There is one in Waterton Lakes National Park that takes you around the lake and stops at the trail head of a famous hike, Crypt Lake. Years ago, my wife and I decided to hike it one Saturday. ... Read More »

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Viva Vitality: Put your back into safety

By Medicine Hat News on September 21st, 2018

Back to school means busy schedules, returning to routines, and endless carpooling for parents. With such busy schedules, it is essential to keep in mind ways to keep your children safe as they return to school. There are various things we can do to prevent and reduce the severity of an injury. For example, something ... Read More »

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All Psyched Up: What to remember and do when you get stuck

By Medicine Hat News on September 21st, 2018

Corb Lund is a well-known roots/country singer-songwriter from southern Alberta In 2005 he released an album with his song “Truck Got Stuck.” I can’t help it, I just smile every time I hear it. There are so many lessons in the song lyrics which are apparently based on a true story. 1. People view things ... Read More »

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Art historian visits Bow Island for research on distinguished artist

By Jamie Rieger on September 19th, 2018

jrieger@prairiepost.com Southern Alberta Newspapers Patricia Failing has been studying the artwork and life of Clyfford Still for decades and recently paid visit to Bow Island to learn more about the artist’s time growing up in the small southeast Alberta community. Failing, professor emerita for the Division of Art History at the University of Washington in ... Read More »

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What’s Up Doc?: Have you had a milky day today?

By Medicine Hat News on September 18th, 2018

Is milk good for you? The answer depends on who you talk to. If you have milk allergy then of course it is not good for you. If you have no allergy then why wouldn’t you drink milk? “America’s iconic ‘Got Milk?’ campaign was pulled this year (2014) after a successful run of over 20 ... Read More »

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Clubs Calendar Sept. 17-23

By Medicine Hat News on September 17th, 2018

MONDAY — Do you have a drinking problem? Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held seven days a week in Medicine Hat. For times and locations, call 403-527-2065. — Moms’ Walking Group, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., meet in Mall Food Court in front of A&W. Walk, then have coffee. — TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) 5:30 p.m., ... Read More »

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